225 episodes
Art Juice: A podcast for artists, creatives and art lovers Louise Fletcher/Alice Sheridan
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4.8 • 606 Ratings
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A podcast for artists, aspiring creatives, and art lovers.
Two artists share their thoughts on art, life and everything in between. Join Alice Sheridan and Louise Fletcher for honest, generous, and humorous conversations that will feed your creative soul AND get you thinking.
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Emails! [224]
How do you feel about emails? Do you like receiving them? Do you use them effectively to market your artwork? Or do you find the whole idea a giant turn-off? This week we discuss the ins and outs of email marketing, share our own experiences, and even learn a few things along the way. If you find yourself wondering how to sell more art, or struggling to come up with a regular email newsletter, this the episode for you.
Find Alice Sheridan at:
www.alicesheridan.com
@alicesheridanstudio
Find more about Louise Fletcher:
www.louisefletcherart.com
@louisefletcher_art
Credits: "Monkeys Spinning Monkeys" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License -
The Secret to Making Art That Connects [223]
This week we're tackling the topic of vulnerability - what does it mean for artists and why does it matter? In this wide-ranging discussion, we touch on the relationship between vulnerability and risk-taking; the importance of connecting with your work and your audience; and the fears that hold us back from showing our true selves. We close with a challenge to you - where can you allow yourself to be just a little bit more brave, just a little bit more open?
Louise's free course is open for a few more days at: https://www.louisefletcherart.com/free-course
Find Alice Sheridan at:
www.alicesheridan.com
@alicesheridanstudio
Find more about Louise Fletcher:
www.louisefletcherart.com
@louisefletcher_art
Credits: "Monkeys Spinning Monkeys" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License -
Making Space for What Comes Next [222]
Recently we have both been reevaluating parts of our life - both work and home. Perhaps this has to do with chronological age, but perhaps it also relates to the stages we've reached in our careers. All creatives are inherently driven by the desire to make new things, but success can sometimes lead us to settle into comfortable repetition. Personally, we both feel the need to make changes in order to keep things interesting and this week, we explore where that might lead. If you are feeling the need to step back and reevaluate your art goals, this is the episode for you.
Mentioned
Steve Jobs speech about connecting the dots https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UF8uR6Z6KLc
Find Alice Sheridan at:
www.alicesheridan.com
@alicesheridanstudio
Find more about Louise Fletcher:
www.louisefletcherart.com
@louisefletcher_art
Credits: "Monkeys Spinning Monkeys" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License -
Finding the Sweet Spot with Carlene Bronner [221]
Eight years ago, Carlene Bronner was told she had only 18 months to live. Luckily, that prognosis was wrong and today she joins Louise to discuss how the illness spurred her into new efforts with her art, and where those efforts led her. Carlene's journey has been remarkable and she now sells her artwork around the world. Our conversation covers the importance of play, the value of coming into alignment with yourself, and the importance of welcoming mistakes. Carlene is a true inspiration, so settle back and enjoy her wisdom.
You can join Louise's free taster course at this link https://www.louisefletcherart.com/free-course
Mentioned
Carlene's website https://www.carlbronnerart.com/
Carlene on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/carl.bronner_art/?hl=en
Jonathan Field TED talk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HlSCuXj3wEw
Find Alice Sheridan at:
www.alicesheridan.com
@alicesheridanstudio
Find more about Louise Fletcher:
www.louisefletcherart.com
@louisefletcher_art
Credits: "Monkeys Spinning Monkeys" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License -
Can you stop trying so hard? [220]
This week's solo episode finds Louise musing on a quote from the writer Cheryl Strayed, who describes how she found her way with her writing. Instead of trying to write an amazing book, she says she simply "surrendered to the idea of my mediocrity" and then started writing anyway. This phrase seems to capture so much of what it means to be an artist. If we stop striving to be better than we currently are, we are free to experiment and play and find our way. In the process, we may create something better than we ever thought possible.
Louise's free Find Your Joy taster course runs from September 1st to September 8th 2023 and you can sign up HERE
Mentioned
Cheryl Strayed
Cheryl Strayed quote in full
Find Alice Sheridan at:
www.alicesheridan.com
@alicesheridanstudio
Find more about Louise Fletcher:
www.louisefletcherart.com
@louisefletcher_art
Credits: "Monkeys Spinning Monkeys" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License -
Learning from Two Masters of Their Craft [219]
This week we were inspired by two different creative documentaries to consider what we might learn from two rather unexpected masters of their craft; from developing a persona to where we look for outside validation. We discuss constructing in the process of creating, the benefit outside influences can bring - and when to say no! There are also practical suggestions about the benefit of keeping a scrapbook (or at least a record or your progress) and the pitfalls of only seeing one side of success.
Mentioned
You can find the Wham documentary on Netflix and the Sinead O'Connor documentary is available in various places: In the UK it is on Sky or Now TV. In the US it is also available on Showtime. It’s also available as a paid one-off in Amazon Prime. You may have to google for listings in your part of the world. It’s called “Nothing Compares.”
Find Alice Sheridan at:
www.alicesheridan.com
@alicesheridanstudio
Find more about Louise Fletcher:
www.louisefletcherart.com
@louisefletcher_art
Credits: "Monkeys Spinning Monkeys" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
Customer Reviews
Like a cozy cup of coffee
I’ve been listening to Art Juice for several years and have always found the show not only helpful in developing my career as an artist but also just super comforting and entertaining. Like having coffee or tea with a friend. Thank you Alice and Louise! Highly recommend!
Thank you
I began listening to your show in May of 2022 and, while I know absolutely NOTHING about painting, the episode I listened to revealed a camaraderie of artistic process that I did not know was missing until then. A clinical mental health therapist by trade, my art is writing and photography (although not together : ), most of which have been solo endeavors surrounded by people who appreciate art but not necessarily have a language for it. So, thank you for doing this. I know one day this really WILL end (and I am already dreading it) but, in the meantime, you have given me an unexpected creative sanctuary and I am very, very grateful.
The very best podcast
I believe Art Juice is one of the very best podcasts out there. I initially started listening for the advice on running an art business (obviously) and it is fantastic for that, but I’ve found that what I love most about it is Alice and Louise’s perspective on the deeper subjects surrounding art and life.
There are a ton of podcasts out there that give tips on how to build a website or marketing, but Art Juice helps me to feel balanced and keep my art practice in perspective.
I subscribe to many podcasts, but this if I could only pick one to listen to, it would be this one.
Thank you Alice and Louise for sharing your time and experience.